Culture and Customs of Nicaragua (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313339943)

Throughout its history Nicaragua has been plagued by corruption, social and racial inequality, civil unrest, and foreign interference. Yet despite being the second poorest nation in South America, Nicaragua maintains a rich and vibrant culture that reflects its strong Catholic devotion, diverse indigenous roots, and overwhelming zest for life. Culture and Customs of Nicaragua introduces students and general readers to Nicaragua's unique blend of religious and traditional holidays, so numerous that the country is said to be in a constant state of celebration; its growing film industry; its many styles of dance, the popular street theatre open to all bystanders; important contributions to Spanish literature, local cuisines, architecture, social norms, and more. Readers learn what it is like to live in one of Latin America's most disillusioned countries but also discover the passionate culture that defines and sustains the Nicaraguan people.

Author: Steven F. White, Esthela Calderon
ISBN-10: 0313339945
ISBN-13: 9780313339943
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2008
Pages: 224
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.50h x 6.48w x 0.90d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 05/01/2008 pg. 98